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New York Times' 'Connections' Puzzle Takes the World by Storm
Hints and answers for the latest brain-teasing word game craze
Apr. 11, 2026 at 4:56pm
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The Connections word game challenges players to find hidden links between seemingly disparate terms, tapping into our innate love of linguistic puzzles.Laredo TodayThe New York Times has a new daily word game called 'Connections' that is taking the world by storm. The game challenges players to find hidden links between 16 words across four categories. While the puzzle can be a real head-scratcher, we've got your back with hints and answers for today's Connections #928 puzzle.
Why it matters
Word games like Connections and Wordle have become hugely popular, sparking conversations about the deeper mental processes involved in solving these types of puzzles. As more people get hooked on these daily brain teasers, it reveals something about how our minds work and our love of linguistic challenges.
The details
In Connections, players are presented with 16 words divided into four categories. The goal is to group these words based on a common thread, which can be tricky with multiple potential answers. Today's Connections #928 puzzle features categories like 'things with stems', 'words related to musical notes and solfege', and more. While the puzzle can be quite challenging, we've provided hints for each difficulty level to help readers solve today's brain teaser.
- The New York Times launched the Connections word game in 2026.
- Today's Connections #928 puzzle was published on December 25, 2026.
The players
The New York Times
The prestigious American newspaper that created the popular Connections word game.
What’s next
Readers are encouraged to share their thoughts on the deeper implications of word games like Connections in the comments section.
The takeaway
The popularity of brain-teasing word games like Connections and Wordle reveals a widespread fascination with linguistic challenges and the inner workings of the human mind. As these puzzles continue to captivate audiences, they spark valuable discussions about cognition, creativity, and the universal appeal of wordplay.
